empty cell Jim Black & The Schrimps
Jim Black & The Schrimps is a jazz quartet led by American drummer Jim Black, formed in 2022. The group comprises Asger Nissen on alto saxophone, Julius Gawlik on tenor saxophone, and Felix Henkelhausen on double bass. Their debut album, "Ain't No Saint," was recorded in August 2022 at Berlin's Hansa Studios and released in February 2023 under Intakt Records. The quartet's music is characterized by energetic improvisations and rhythmic complexity, drawing inspiration from artists like Elliot Smith, Stina Nordenstam, and Ornette Coleman. In August 2025, they plan to release their second album, "Better You Don't."
